2791 Integrate Spreadsheet and Database Data Into Word Processed Documents to Meet a Set Brief

NZQA proposed unit standard L3 Comp 1a - informed from 2791 & 24872 version DRAFT Page 1 of 4

Title Use a word processing application to integrate images, spreadsheet and database data into documents

Level 3 Credits 4

Purpose People credited with this unit standard are able to use a word processing application to integrate images, spreadsheet and database data into documents.

This unit standard has been developed primarily for assessment within programmes leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3) [Ref: 2592].

Classification Computing > Generic Computing

Available grade Achieved

Entry information

Recommended skills Unit L2 Comp1a Word Use the main features and functions of and knowledge a word processing application for a purpose; Unit L2 Comp1b Spreadsheet Use the main features and functions of a spreadsheet application for a purpose; Unit L2 Comp 1i Database Use the main features and functions of a database application to create and test a database, or equivalent knowledge, skills or experience.

Explanatory notes

1 Assessment, where applicable, will be conducted in and for the context of real or realistic organisations and/or settings, and be relevant to current and/or emerging practice. The assessor may gather evidence over time from a range of scenarios rather than using one assessment where the learner has to demonstrate all of the required skills.

2 A brief can be supplied either as part of the learner’s employment (in the case of workplace assessment) or in response to a set task. A brief is defined as a clear description of both the desirable outcomes sought and the constraints to be met by the solution. It contains requirements against which the success or otherwise of the documents can be evaluated.

NZQA National Qualifications Services Ó New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2018 SSB Code 130301 NZQA proposed unit standard L3 Comp 1a - informed from 2791 & 24872 version DRAFT Page 2 of 4

3 Unformatted text, for use in the word processing, may be provided to the learner. Suitable documents produced for this standard may include but are not limited to letters, newsletters, information sheets, reports, itineraries, promotional material.

Images for inclusion in this standard may be created using L3 Comp 1g. Spreadsheet data for inclusion in this standard may be created using L3 Comp 1b. Database data for inclusion in this standard may be created using L3 Comp 1c.

4 Intermediate level word processing skills refer to: formatting text and documents: page numbering options; page and section breaks; page layout; header and footer features; text format and manipulation/appearance; alignment; columns; hyphenation; multilevel bullets and numbering; styles; enhancements: boxes, borders, text boxes, charts, design and layout; tables: design, layout, formatting such as multiple line headings, column widths and style; mail merge: linking address blocks, fields, or other information from a database or spreadsheet; other tools: use of drawing tools; use of reviewing tools; templates; setting language; find/replace; embedding charts or graphs; referencing features (footnotes, endnotes, captions, table of contents, index, cross-referencing); customising dictionary; customising interface; customising keyboard for macrons. This list is not exhaustive and assessors will need to determine the level of other intermediate word processing skills if included.

5 Definition Good practice in this context includes selecting and using the appropriate feature or function to enable correct use of formatting, enhancements, tables and other tools to create documents. Presentation means consistent application of the principles of page layout such as – composition of elements upon the page, text hierarchy, consistent typography, balance, harmony, proportion, sequence, contrast repetition, alignment, and proximity.

6 Legislation relevant to this unit standard includes the: Copyright Act 1994, Copyright (New Technologies) Amendment Act 2008, Harmful Digital Communications Act 2015 Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 Privacy Act 1993, and any subsequent amendments. Current legislation and regulations can be accessed at http://legislation.govt.nz

7 References ACC5637 Guidelines for Using Computers - Preventing and managing discomfort, pain and injury. Accident Compensation Corporation - Department of Labour, 2010; available from Worksafe New Zealand, at http://www.business.govt.nz/worksafe/information-guidance/all-guidance- items/guidelines-for-using-computers

Outcomes and evidence requirements

Outcome 1

Use a word processing application to integrate images, spreadsheet and database data into documents.

Range at least two integrated documents, one of which is a mail merge.

Evidence requirements

1.1 Multi-paged word-processed documents that integrate images and data are created using intermediate level computing user skills to meet the requirements of a given brief.

Range includes data and charts from a spreadsheet and a database; includes object linking and embedding; includes at least 10 intermediate level word processing skills with a selection from each of the following categories: formatting text and documents; enhancements; tables; mail merge; other tools.

1.2 Original edited images are included in the integrated document to meet the requirements of a given brief.

Range includes two images, correct resolution, sized to fit document, appropriate text wrapping.

1.3 The integrated documents are produced accurately and clearly when displayed in hard or soft copy, and modified if required to meet the requirements of the brief and in accordance with good practice.

Replacement information This unit standard replaced unit standards 2791 and 24872.

Planned review date 31 December 2021

Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions Process Version Date Last Date for Assessment Registration 1 XXXX 2016 N/A

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